1970 Mercedes Benz 280 SE Convertible
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This absolutely stunning example of the ultra-rare Mercedes Benz 280 SE Convertible is without doubt one of the finest examples available today.
Displaying only 27,030 miles and having covered only 160 in the last 6 years, it is a prized example of one of the most sought after collector’s cars on the market.
One of only 200 “low grill” examples (132 LHD), these were the last ever Mercedes to be hand-built to the highest standards at a rate of just 13 cars per week, designed to compete with Rolls-Royce & Bentley they were destined for the driveways of the rich & famous from inception.
In excellent condition throughout this particular car is well known to us and was the subject of extensive remedial work in 2012. This included; Bodywork by Aston workshop, new hood, brakes refurbished, suspension bushes and arms, fuel system, new tyres, paint work & new carpets.
A very rare and fast appreciating classic it is an absolute pleasure to drive and incredibly cool by any standards. This eye-catching beauty is also one of the most reliable choices for classic car ownership, thanks to those world famous Mercedes Benz underpinnings.
An iconic classic that can be purchased with both head & heart, this is a rare opportunity and we anticipate a great deal of interest. Contact a member of our sales team as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
About Aston Workshop
Aston Workshop is an independent Aston Martin specialist located on Red Row Estate, an idyllic 37 acre venue set in the North East countryside. Red Row is located in County Durham, only 2 miles away from Beamish Museum, one of the North’s major tourist attractions. We offer a wide variety of contemporary Aston Martins for sale in our showroom including special editions, low mileage examples and high-performance models. Typically we have around 80 cars on-site at any given time. Additionally, we have an unrivalled selection of valuable heritage models which are rare and often rebuilt to bespoke specifications with discrete modern enhancements. Typically stocking fully restored examples, older restorations, drivers, 100% electric zero-emission EV conversions and even barn finds, our showroom is an unrivalled experience for the Aston Martin Enthusiast. We also build cars such as our DB4 GT Zagato recreations and our V8 Evolution 6.0.
Our sales showroom is supported by over 40 vastly experienced workshop staff working with a wide range of comprehensive in-house facilities including all aspects of Aston Martin diagnosis, repair, servicing and restoration to concours standards. Each member of our team works hard to ensure that we stay at the forefront of Aston engineering technology, Aston parts supply and full restorations including fixed-price services where applicable.
Our experienced team are also pleased to help and advise if you are a collector or seeking to purchase a car specifically for investment purposes.
The benefits of buying and selling with us include:
- Nationwide collection and delivery service on our own covered transporters
- Cars which are prepared by technicians working exclusively on Aston Martins
- Our own Aston Workshop Warranty
- A comprehensive customer service that truly works for the duration of ownership
- The confidence of dealing with a leading independent specialist established over 30 years
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